Absolute Beginners
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Really just here for Bowie, R.E.M and Bad Religion.
And maybe Iggy Pop, Ramones and Against Me!
ok, ok, Judas Priest and Motorhead... jeez
Did I mention Joan Jett and Cheap Trick?
Sometimes I find other cool stuff too idk wtf lol
Chicago, Illinois USA
And maybe Iggy Pop, Ramones and Against Me!
ok, ok, Judas Priest and Motorhead... jeez
Did I mention Joan Jett and Cheap Trick?
Sometimes I find other cool stuff too idk wtf lol
Chicago, Illinois USA
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David Bowie, 1995, by Fredrik Hjerling.
November 14, 2025 at 7:15 PM
David Bowie, 1995, by Fredrik Hjerling.
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Suzie Quatro with her bass guitar, 1973. #SuzieQuatro
November 11, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Suzie Quatro with her bass guitar, 1973. #SuzieQuatro
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10 November 1973, Elton John started a 8 week run at No.1 on the US album chart with 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'. The album, which had the working titles of 'Vodka and Tonics' and 'Silent Movies, Talking Pictures', is his all time best selling album with worldwide sales of over 15 million. #GYBR
November 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
10 November 1973, Elton John started a 8 week run at No.1 on the US album chart with 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road'. The album, which had the working titles of 'Vodka and Tonics' and 'Silent Movies, Talking Pictures', is his all time best selling album with worldwide sales of over 15 million. #GYBR
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Look at that stack of wax. Not even in sleeves SMDH
October 31, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Look at that stack of wax. Not even in sleeves SMDH
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David Bowie, 1997, by Rolando Gambiella.
October 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
David Bowie, 1997, by Rolando Gambiella.
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Just get me an adult back in The White House after 10 months of lunacy, PLEASE!
October 21, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Just get me an adult back in The White House after 10 months of lunacy, PLEASE!
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judge tells homeland security that chicago agents wearing body cameras was \"not a suggestion\" www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news...
Judge tells Homeland Security that Chicago agents wearing body cameras was "not a suggestion"
A federal judge again Friday ordered agents in Chicago for immigration operations to wear and turn on their body cameras, telling them "that was not a suggestion."
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October 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
judge tells homeland security that chicago agents wearing body cameras was \"not a suggestion\" www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news...
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David Bowie released his Pin Ups album on this day in 1973.
Pin Ups cover outtakes by Justin De Villeneuve.
Pin Ups cover outtakes by Justin De Villeneuve.
October 19, 2025 at 2:09 PM
David Bowie released his Pin Ups album on this day in 1973.
Pin Ups cover outtakes by Justin De Villeneuve.
Pin Ups cover outtakes by Justin De Villeneuve.
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David Bowie, 1989, by Herb Ritts.
October 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
David Bowie, 1989, by Herb Ritts.
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Remembering Matthew Shepard today. RIP.
October 8, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Remembering Matthew Shepard today. RIP.
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Near Charlottenburg thanks to Nate and Dickie 🩵🧡 have you seen one?
October 10, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Near Charlottenburg thanks to Nate and Dickie 🩵🧡 have you seen one?
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Today, the U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a landmark case, Chiles v. Salazar, concerning Colorado’s state law protecting LGBTQ youth from so-called “conversion therapy." Learn more about the case: glaad.org/fact-sheet-l...
![“I want to tell [queer and trans kids] there’s nothing wrong with who they are, conversion therapy is a lie, and they deserve to live a life authentically. Your identity is beautiful, you’re a miracle, and don’t let conversion therapy take that away.” Civil Rights Attorney Ryan Kendall](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:ylckvgv7wq36gzyfsxnwqbzh/bafkreid7lkgvhuyix5polyploaplw26vkr2x5kbk2itrxjsdjo4lnirsau@jpeg)
October 7, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a landmark case, Chiles v. Salazar, concerning Colorado’s state law protecting LGBTQ youth from so-called “conversion therapy." Learn more about the case: glaad.org/fact-sheet-l...
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Photos from the fest’s 19th year overflow with joy and community that give the lie to Trump’s ugly vision of the world. https://bit.ly/3J2NsaF
The Hyde Park Jazz Festival defies federal defunding to shine brighter than ever - Chicago Reader
Photos from the Hyde Park Jazz Festival's 19th year overflow with joy and community that give the lie to Trump’s ugly vision of the world.
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October 7, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Photos from the fest’s 19th year overflow with joy and community that give the lie to Trump’s ugly vision of the world. https://bit.ly/3J2NsaF
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This is the way to do it!!! No bathroom, no meals, nowhere to stay
October 6, 2025 at 10:48 PM
This is the way to do it!!! No bathroom, no meals, nowhere to stay
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Released as a single on this day in 1992.
October 7, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Released as a single on this day in 1992.
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People of Illinois, we need your help.
Get your cell phones out – record what you see. Put it on social media. Peacefully ask for badge numbers and identification. Speak up for your neighbors.
We need to let the world know this is happening – and that we won’t stand for it.
Get your cell phones out – record what you see. Put it on social media. Peacefully ask for badge numbers and identification. Speak up for your neighbors.
We need to let the world know this is happening – and that we won’t stand for it.
September 30, 2025 at 2:47 AM
People of Illinois, we need your help.
Get your cell phones out – record what you see. Put it on social media. Peacefully ask for badge numbers and identification. Speak up for your neighbors.
We need to let the world know this is happening – and that we won’t stand for it.
Get your cell phones out – record what you see. Put it on social media. Peacefully ask for badge numbers and identification. Speak up for your neighbors.
We need to let the world know this is happening – and that we won’t stand for it.
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No Kings - 10/18/25 Forest Park, Illinois
September 28, 2025 at 2:26 PM
No Kings - 10/18/25 Forest Park, Illinois
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#REMtop30
4. It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)
from Document. 1987
LEONARD BERNSTEIN!
Quite frankly one of the most exciting songs ever released by anyone ever.
youtu.be/Z0GFRcFm-aY?...
4. It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)
from Document. 1987
LEONARD BERNSTEIN!
Quite frankly one of the most exciting songs ever released by anyone ever.
youtu.be/Z0GFRcFm-aY?...
R.E.M. - It's The End Of The World
YouTube video by REMVEVO
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September 26, 2025 at 11:47 PM
#REMtop30
4. It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)
from Document. 1987
LEONARD BERNSTEIN!
Quite frankly one of the most exciting songs ever released by anyone ever.
youtu.be/Z0GFRcFm-aY?...
4. It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)
from Document. 1987
LEONARD BERNSTEIN!
Quite frankly one of the most exciting songs ever released by anyone ever.
youtu.be/Z0GFRcFm-aY?...